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TASK #8: EDRYCH YN ÔL | LOOKING BACKWARDS

This week’s task has its roots in the current vocabulary of science and ‘facts’ that we are enjoying. This language has been reminding me of the great utopian writers Saint-Simon, Robert Owen and Charles Fourier – they all fancied themselves as acute observers of human behaviour. Newton was their hero. More recently, this had me in mind of B.F. Skinner, a behavioural psychologist who wrote a well-known book, Walden Two, in 1948. Skinner seemed to think that there were few limits to our ability to mould and change human behaviour. The social engineering that was key to these changes was sometimes referred to as ‘Not Licking Your Lollipop’- deferred gratification and positive reinforcement and all that had to begin with the very young and a whole society could be built, as Skinner proposed in his book.
Our society has not been keen on the deferring side for some time, but it does seem as if this might now be important and the origins of these ideas lie in science and utopia thinking more generally.
 I don’t think lab coats are what I intend.
With special guest appearance by Peggy.

Hijinx Theatre – ‘Rock Cliche’

Long before there was magician and assistant, golfer and caddy or politician and embarrassment, there was Rock Star and Roadie.
Created by Hijinx with Morgan Thomas, with support from Articulture, the Arts Council of Wales, Welsh Government and the National Lottery.

www.hijinx.org.uk

Carys ac Andy gan Elin Gwyn

A BBC Cymru and Theatr Genedlaethol Cymru production With the lockdown restrictions keeping Carys and Andy apart, the couple turn to Zoom and FaceTime to keep in touch. But between the daily exercise, pottering in the garden and the late-night downers, keeping a relationship going during lockdown isn’t easy. Contains strong language and adult themes […]

Owl at Home ‘Upstairs and Downstairs’ by Arnold Lobel

Following the postponement of our tour of Owl at Home, based on the illustrated children’s book by Arnold Lobel, we’ve created a series of short videos with George Williams, the actor and musician who was due to appear in the show in May 2020.

In a new stream of work entitled George at Home, we’ll bring to life the Owl at Home stories for you to enjoy together as a family. Twit-twoo!

Owl at Home will be back on the road in 2021
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Text, art, cover and copy of book from Owl at Home by Arnold Lobel ­
Illustrated By: Arnold Lobel COPYRIGHT (C) 1975 BY ARNOLD LOBEL.
Used by permission of HarperCollins Publishers

Enfys gan Melangell Dolma

A BBC Cymru and Theatr Genedlaethol Cymru production There are rainbows everywhere at the moment. Rainbows of thanks to our key workers and to the NHS. But while completing the homework for his Welsh lesson, what – or who – is Nick thankful for? Includes strong language Cast: Richard Nichols Director: Rhian Blythe Dramaturgy: Alice […]

Articulture

Articulture supports the development of high quality, outdoor arts in Wales and diverse, engaged audiences. 



We work with a broad community of collaborators nationally and internationally to grow, create, and showcase Welsh talent. This includes managing the Wales Outdoor Arts Consortium – a collective of leading festivals and venues – who work together to support the creation and touring of new works in Wales each year. 



TAFWYL

Tafwyl is Cardiff’s annual celebration of Welsh language arts and culture. The festival is organised by Menter Caerdydd; a charity who promote and extend the social use of the Welsh language in Cardiff.
After cancelling original plans of holding a three-day event at Bute Park, a virtual, ambitious, and lively festival will be held LIVE here on AM, Saturday 20.06.20.

LIVE MUSIC ▪︎ Q&A’S ▪︎ KIDS WORKSHOPS ▪︎ FOOD & DRINK ▪︎ MAKERS MARKET ▪︎ SCHOOL PERFORMANCES

“Chwarae” – Elgan Rhys

A boy plays with his Mam.
The game they play is just for them.
They get lost in a make-believe world and nothing else matters.
Then suddenly the game changes, but no one has told him the rules and his Mam is no longer around to show him the way…
Following a young boy’s journey as he’s unexpectedly catapulted from one world to another, Chwarae is a wonderous exploration of the joy and importance of play.
Featuring live music, movement and an opportunity to play together, this Welsh Language production explores how play can help navigate the challenges that life throws us.
Chwarae was developed collaboratively with Pontio and families from North Wales through Theatr Iolo’s Platfform programme.
Ages 4+

Dewin Ozoom

Cyfle i wylio’r fersiwn llawn o panto digidol 2020. 

Commitment | Ymrwymiad

Are you feeling it?
This one is about the nature of Commitment.
In contrast to the previous emphasis on space, I want us this time to consider how this enforced lockdown invites us to think about what we are committed to and why, perhaps, we so often fail in our commitments. Is this really a time for/of renewal…?

Eisteddfod Genedlaethol Cymru

The National Eisteddfod is one of our most iconic festivals, with over 1,000 different events and activities during the week. An eclectic mix of all cultural genres, it’s welcoming, inclusive and friendly. From literature to street theatre and drama, and from science to activities for Welsh learners, the festival offers something for everyone. Live music is an integral part of the week, with the scene’s leading bands performing on the open air stage, acoustic sessions in Caffi Maes B, folk sets in the Ty Gwerin and classical and alternative music in Encore. This is the year of Eisteddfod AmGen, with sessions across all digital platforms and in the press and media throughout the summer.

Aberystwyth Arts Centre

Award-winning Aberystwyth Arts Centre is Wales’ largest arts centre and recognised as a ‘national flagship for the arts’. It has a wide-ranging artistic programme, both producing and presenting, across all art forms including drama, dance, music, visual arts, applied arts, film, new media, and community arts, and is recognised as a national centre for arts development.

Into The Light – Trailer. (Streaming 11.05.20)

STREAMING AS PART OF THE HIJINX ONLINE FESTIVAL FROM MONDAY 11TH OF MAY. On stage, are we illuminated or exposed? A thrilling, daring and beautiful physical theatre show from Hijinx and Teatro La Ribalta (Italy) in association with Frantic Assembly, and in partnership with Danza Mobile (Spain) and the Sherman Theatre.

The Flop

We proudly present – a Hijinx prodcution in association with Spymonkey. Paris. 1657ish. Impotence is illegal. When a member of the aristocracy is accused of being less than upstanding, his wounded pride leads him towards a monumental and very public flop. But can a cast of total idiots save a show about a flop… from […]

HIJINX Online / Ar-lein

Hijinx has just launched its first online festival, Hijinx Online – a free festival of theatre and film.  To connect with audiences during lockdown, Hijinx will be sharing archive shows and brand-new material, including the world premiere screening of The Matthew Purnell Show, which many of our wonderful Hijinx actors star in!  From the 27 April, Hijinx will release a theatre show every Monday at 12pm, which will be […]

Notes From The Interior

A compilation video of the tasks to date from Notes from the Interior, with an introduction from Artistic Director Paul Davies.

Owl at Home – Arnold Lobel

Following the postponement of our tour of Owl at Home, based on the illustrated children’s book by Arnold Lobel, we’ve created a series of short videos with George Williams, the actor and musician who was due to appear in the show in May 2020. In a new stream of work entitled George at Home, we’ll […]

Theatr Bara Caws

Bara Caws is a community theatre company established over forty years ago to fulfill the demand for professional theatre for the Welsh community in the Welsh community. We continue to offer our unique brand of work to grass roots audiences, bringing entertainment and excitement, ingenuity and relevance to the very hearts of the communities of Wales. Giving as many people as possible the opportunity to enjoy and participate in the arts on their doorsteps has been integral to the Company’s ethos since its inception, and we pride ourselves on delivering an eclectic and varied artistic program.
There are two aspects to our vision for the future: continuing with the work of enriching and challenging our communities, and contributing towards developing a new generation of creative practitioners and theatre-makers ensuring that the legacy continues.

Justin Teddy Cliffe

Justin Teddy Cliffe is a theatre maker and nonsensical ideasman working across multiple platforms as an individual and as a collaborator. He is also a founding member of Tin Shed Theatre Co.
Having trained in Directing and Devising Theatre with applied Filmmaking he explores comedy, philosophy, art, pop-culture and contemporary clowning;
“My work is absurdist, subversive and often comical, and most of what I make is semi-autobiographical. I love tapping into the strangeness of everyday life and finding unexpected and potentially raucous ways to connect with audiences. Creatively my ideas exist wherever they need to exist.”
He also works as a workshop facilitator focusing on creative story-telling and devising theatre practices with children and teenagers.

Theatr na nÓg

Theatr na nÓg was founded almost 40 years ago to meet the needs of the community in West Glamorgan and the Company has come a long way since the early days.

Theatr na nÓg is on a mission to ignite the imagination of the nation. We believe that people of all ages and backgrounds should be able to experience accessible, live theatre of the highest quality. We have pushed the boundaries of our traditional work and have raised our profile on both a national and an international stage.

We produce plays for our school’s audience attracting schools from as far afield as Ceredigion to the West and Monmouthshire in the East. With a loyal and supportive network of schools, we are keen to champion and nurture young people in the Arts.

We are also a regular provider of main stage work that appeals to a wide range of ages and tour to venues across the UK.

Y Chwyldro Diwydiannol

Sing-a-long with a group of hard working people from the coal mining communities of South Wales during the Industrial Revolution!
You can sing along by using the subtitles or by downloading the words

Llywelyn, Tywysog olaf Cymru?

Sing-a-long with Llywelyn ap Gruffudd, the grandson of Llywelyn the Great, Prince of Gwynedd, Lord of Snowdon, Prince of Pura Walia, Tywysog Cymru. Llywelyn the Last, Llywelyn ein Llyw Olaf!
You can sing along by using the subtitles or by downloading the words HERE
This song forms part of the show, ‘Llywelyn – The Last Prince of Wales?’ produced by Mewn Cymeriad / In Character, and which is available to tour primary schools across Wales.
Cerddoriaeth / Music – Steffan Rhys Williams
Geiriau / Lyrics – Anni Llŷn

Mewn Cymeriad

In Character is a theatre company that stages productions based on Welsh history.
Launched in 2014, the company’s intention was to produce one person interactive shows for primary schools across Wales, entertainingand educating students. Fast forward to today and Mewn Cymeriad has a wide range of theatrical productions available for both young people and adults, all which are centred on a character or a story from Welsh history – spanning from the Celts to celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Welsh National Assembly.

Barti Ddu – Cnaf Cyfrwys y Caribî

Sing-a-long with one of the fiercest pirates to ever sail the seven seas – Black Bart!
You can sing along by using the subtitles or by downloading the words HERE
This song forms part of the show, ‘Black Bart – Cunning Pirate of the Caribbean’ produced by Mewn Cymeriad / In Character, and which is available to tour primary schools across Wales.
Cerddoriaeth / Music – Steffan Rhys Williams
Geiriau / Lyrics – Aled Richards

“Convirality” – Task set by Paul Davies

TASK : Baudrillard’s Cool Memories II text is not theatrical but, at its most insane, French philosophy. It was written at least 30 years ago. It is largely groundbreaking although the focus of the information remains constant. Take what you want from it, cut, add, delete, repeat – one thing we can be sure of […]

Platfform New Writing Call Out: Writing Theatre for Young Audiences

The children’s theatre company, who are based in Cardiff, are asking writers to write a new piece of work for any age between 3 and 16 years and are keen to receive script ideas in both English and Welsh. Writers have three months to develop their ideas before the submission deadline at the end of […]

Theatr Iolo

Theatr Iolo is the leading Welsh children’s theatre company, creating high quality experiences that are stimulating, surprising and meaningful for children and their adults.
Theatr Iolo has been at the forefront of theatre for children for over thirty years, delivering performances and workshops to babies, children, teenagers, parents, pupils and teachers across Wales, the UK and internationally.
We create and produce the best work for children and young people to help them make sense of the world around them and their place within it. We work with the best artists, writers and creatives, to ignite creativity and imagination in both English and Welsh languages.

Volcano Theatre

Volcano is a professional theatre company based in Swansea. We tour throughout Wales, the UK and internationally with original work that is always playful, inventive, risky and surprising – whatever form it takes. Our youth wing comprises Volcano Youth Company for 15-21-year-olds and The Mighty New for children aged 9-14.
Our home in Swansea is a huge disused supermarket where we create and perform our work and host and support a huge variety of events and activities by other artists, organisations and community groups.